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Customs and Border Protection Officer - Experienced (GS9)

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Matteson, IL
1 day ago
$61,111 - $124,443

Job Description

Join U.S. Customs and Border Protection as a Customs and Border Protection Officer and contribute to safeguarding America. Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and the chance to be part of a dedicated team in a rewarding law enforcement career.

Key Responsibilities

  • Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations
  • Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel
  • Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances
  • Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States
  • Preventing illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods

Required Qualifications

  • 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level
  • Detaining suspected violators of federal, state, or local laws
  • Enforcing laws and regulations relating to importing, exporting, and/or international shipping
  • Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis to identify potential threats
  • Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years
  • Must be referred before your 40th birthday

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher
  • LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited college or university
  • Combination of specialized experience and graduate-level education
  • Veterans’ Preference

Benefits & Perks

Health insuranceDental insuranceGenerous annual and sick leaveParticipation in the Thrift Savings PlanPotential location-based salary incentives